Coffee and Playroom for Socializing Cocoa is a family-run coffee shop and playroom that serves healthy breakfasts, brunches, or quick coffees and snacks. All food is made with fresh ingredients. Cocoa provides a family space, created for and by families. This includes an upstairs playroom that is filled with Montessori-inspired toys and educational materials. Recreational activities and workshops are available. The space is also available for family celebrations or events. Cocoa encourages participation, education and creativity in a warm and multicultural environment.   About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman

Dinamo Language Academy Located in El Born near the Arc de Triomf, Dinamo Academy is a smaller school with a lot of charm and some of the most affordable rates in town. Dinamo offers both part-time and intensive courses. Part-time classes meet twice a week and cost €90 a month, while intensive classes meet for two hours Monday-Thursday and cost €200 a month. Dinamo does not charge an enrollment fee and there are no costs for books or materials. In order to enroll, make an appointment via email or phone to meet at the school and take a short verbal test to gauge the right placement for your level of proficiency. The school itself is very chic, with stripped back styling and vintage blackboards. They can even help you get your NIE number if you plan on staying in the city for an extended period of time. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin

Soccer for the Littlest of Kickers! Little Goals Academy provides football (soccer) classes for kids from 2 to 5 years old. Classes for kids from 5 to 7 years old will be offered soon. Classes are in English and Spanish, depending on the child. The Academy focuses on providing a safe and fun environment for children and developing their key movement and social skills. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman